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A Complete Guide to Church Safety, Security, Emergency Planning, and Crisis Response.
A Ministry of Protection
Not long ago, the idea of a church security team was something most congregations never even considered. Churches were viewed as places of peace, and for the most part, people assumed they would always remain that way. While that may still be true for the vast majority of churches, the reality is that the world has changed. Church leaders today face challenges that simply weren't on the radar a generation ago.
This book is written for pastors, church boards, security directors, volunteer team members, ushers, greeters, and anyone else who has accepted the responsibility of helping protect a house of worship.
Our hope is that when you finish this book, you'll look at your church a little differently. You'll notice things that may have been overlooked, ask questions that haven't been asked before, and begin building a place where safety and hospitality work together instead of competing with one another. If that happens, then we've accomplished exactly what we set out to do.
Build a professional church security ministry through planning, training, and clearly defined responsibilities.
Understand situational awareness, emergency response, medical preparedness, access control, and crisis management.
Create a culture where safety and hospitality work together without allowing fear to define the church.
"Lieutenant Scott Stout and Rick Billington from Professional Defense Advisors, have produced a practical guide that thoughtfully addresses the legal, ethical, and ministry responsibilities facing today's church security teams. This book encourages preparation, sound judgment, and responsible decision-making while never losing sight of the church's mission."
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Lieutenant Scott Stoutbelieves that true security is rooted in preparation, long before a crisis ever unfolds. As an active-duty law enforcement leader and the founder of Professional Defense Advisors, Scott draws upon his extensive experience as a first responder, police instructor, and supervisor to bridge the gap between tactical theory and real-world survival. His teaching philosophy focuses on developing a high "Safety IQ"—transforming hyper-vigilance into structured situational awareness and practical, life-saving decision-making. By empowering families, teams, and organizations with actionable mental blueprints, Scott has dedicated his career to shifting the self-defense paradigm from reactive fear to proactive confidence.
Rick Billington believes that responsible firearm ownership begins long before anyone touches a trigger. Also, a Professional Defense Advisor and founder of the Michigan Pistol Academy, Rick draws from his diverse background in law enforcement, aviation, and corporate leadership to teach crisis management and emotional discipline. A highly credentialed NRA and USCCA instructor, Rick has spent decades shifting the national conversation toward judgment and decision-making, helping everyday citizens master the mental and practical aspects of self-defense.

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